Material Handler

Basic Job Functions:

The material handler must be comfortable operating forklift and combi-lift in a fast-paced production environment.  Must be able to communicate effectively with the team to accomplish all production and shipping goals.  This individual will be responsible for daily preventative maintenance of the forklift they are using.  Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

• Read production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine the type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority.
• Must load and unloads trucks based on load sheet, working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Collects and delivers a wide variety of materials, adhering to good safety practices in carrying out duties.
• Stacks materials in storage areas and loads shipments in trailer.
• Assure all bundles of material are accounted for, properly packaged, identified, and staged for loading.
• Process and complete all related paperwork.
• Will perform other material handling duties in other departments as assigned
• Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• 2-3 years of experience operating a sit-down forklift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior shipping and/or receiving experience.
• Forklift operation experience handling oversized loads.
• Experience driving a combi-lift